Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical)

University of Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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University of Melbourne

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Werribee

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Next Intake March-2026

Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical)

About

Overview

The Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical) is a clinically-focused graduate research degree that can be undertaken in a range of specialist research areas. It's offered concurrently with the Master of Veterinary Studies as part of the Clinical Residency Training Program.

The Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical) is comprised of two subjects conducted concurrently: a masters research thesis and a clinical practicum for training in clinical disciplines, including clinical research.

Research thesis

Undertake research culminating in the production of a thesis of no more than 30,000 words to be submitted for examination by two external examiners.

Specialise in an area through your research

Choose from areas such as small animal medicine and surgery, anaesthesia, equine medicine and surgery, diagnostic imaging, dairy medicine, and pathology.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum eligibility

You’re considered an international student based on your citizenship – even if you're studying in Australia.

Masters

You must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution. Most Masters degrees also require a minimum WAM (Weighted Average Mark)based on your previous studies for entry. You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you’re eligible for a specific Masters degree.

Depending on your previous studies and experience you could also be eligible for credit towards your studies at the University.

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Doctorates

If you go on to a doctorate, you need to have completed an Honours and Masters degree in the relevant discipline. Additional qualifications and work experience is also taken into consideration.

Go to Graduate research study for more information

To find out about assessment and our admissions criteria, see How you're selected.

Course-specific requirements

Graduate coursework degrees may have specific interviews, portfolios and supplementary tests you need to do before you can be accepted into a degree.

To find out about specific requirements, review the entry and application information for the course you're interested in to find out what these are.

Career

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Veterinary Science (Clinical), the graduate researcher will be able to:

demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of a complex body of knowledge that includes recent developments in one or more disciplines
independently investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
demonstrate advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of work or learning
independently design and execute a substantial piece of research that makes a contribution to knowledge within their field
disseminate research findings effectively in the professional arena
demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, research ethics and integrity.

Graduate attributes

For graduate attributes, refer to the Graduate Research Hub.

Careers

With the specialist knowledge gained, you can choose a career across a number of industries. A career could include: veterinary and agricultural research, veterinary diagnostic laboratories, biosecurity, biomedical research (both internationally and within Australia), policy and government, international aid, or industry - such as animal health and production.